CNC Grinder

Northampton Business Directory; Newport Pagnell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global brand in the Motorsport sector is seeking a CNC Grinder to manufacture camshafts and crankshafts. The role involves setting and operating CNC and manual grinding machines, performing quality checks, and mentoring juniors. Ideal candidates will have an automotive engineering background and strong technical skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical information.
• Knowledge of multiple grinding methods.
• Experience with work holding methods.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC grinding machines.
• Manufacture/modify cams and cranks.
• Perform quality control checks.

Skills

Technical Communication

Problem Solving

Continuous Improvement

Education

Automotive Engineering Background

Tools

CMM

Gauges

Job description

NexGen Consultancy are currently recruiting for a CNC Grinder to join a well established, global brand specialising within the Motorsport sector.

Hours of Work:

Week 1

Monday - Thursday: 06:00 to 14:00

Friday - 06:00 to 13:00

Week 2

Monday - Thursday: 14:00 to 22:00

Friday - 13:00 to 20:00

Job Description

Duties of the grinder will be to manufacture camshafts, crankshafts, tooling and a variety of other engine components for super/hyper car manufacturers. Set & operate CNC and manual grinding machines, select and mount appropriate cutting tools required for the operations. Perform quality control checks using a variety of measurement equipment. Inspect and maintain machinery, tooling and equipment to ensure parts produced conform to specification and minimize productiondowntime.

The Role

• Set and operate CNC grinding machines (Junker & Kellenburger)


• Be able to set and operate manual grinding machines (cylindrical & surface)


• Manufacture/modify cams, cranks to support internal/external engine development programs along with any other component that needs a grinding process.


• Be able to use measuring equipment to ensure component compliance, (gauges, CMM’s Adcole)


• Perform basic TPM on all equipment including cleaning and lubrication.


• Mentor and instruct Juniors & apprentices to perform manufacturing operations when required.


• Be active with the introduction of new equipment and process changes.


• Be committed to continuous improvement and suggest improvements regarding methods, processes, and tooling. Fulfil any other reasonable requirement consistent with departmental objectives.

Candidate Profile

• Ability to read, interpret and communicate technical information.


• Have knowledge of multiple grinding methods (internal/external, between centres and surface grinding)


• Be experienced with work holding methods.


• Be conversant with machine code and have the ability to problem solve.


• Knowledge of tool setting, measuring equipment and wheel mounting/dressing


• Numerical and computer skills.


• Effective communicator both verbal and written.


• Automotive engineering experience/background.